St. Martin of Tours (Latin: Martinus Turonensis; 316/336 – 8 November 397) was the third bishop of Tours. He is the patron saint of many communities and organizations across Europe, including …

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Now out of the military service, Martin could fully dedicate himself to service of Jesus Christ and the Church. He traveled to Tours where he began studying under Hilary of Poitiers, who is now …

Nov 9, 2024 · Martin’s journey from soldier to saint has made him one of the most beloved figures in Christian history, known for his profound compassion, humility, and courage. As the son of a Roman …

Jan 1, 2026 · St. Martin of Tours was a Roman Catholic bishop and the first great leader of Western monasticism. He is the patron saint of France, soldiers, and tailors.

5 days ago · St. Martin of Tours Feast day: Nov 11 On Nov. 11, the Catholic Church honors St. Martin of Tours, who left his post in the Roman army to become a “soldier of Christ” as a monk and...

Nov 4, 2024 · Born in the 4th century in present-day Hungary, St. Martin of Tours is recognized as the patron saint of soldiers and conscientious objectors. Ultimately a man of peace, Martin worked …

2 days ago · Dedicated to prayer and the preaching of the Gospel, Martin travelled through France, where many came to know him. His popularity led the people to choose him to be Bishop of Tours in …

St. Martin of Tours was a Roman soldier turned bishop, known for his humility, charity, and dedication to the poor. He famously cut his cloak in half to share with a beggar.

St. Martin died in 397 at Candes and was buried in Tours. His shrine quickly became one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in medieval Europe. In some areas, his feast day, November 11, became so …